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Typhoon 15

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I had a mission to conduct and I started it with a hectic day.

I received 10 companies to participate in Tokyo Game Show and I also organized events such as networking/pitching and tow dialogue sessions with Japanese gaming companies prior to their participation in the trade fair.

Unfortunately, the Day 1 – arrival to Tokyo on 9 September 2019 was hit by Typhoon 15.

Typhoon passed Tokyo in early morning around 3 – 5 am.

Many commuters were affected by Typhoon 15 in the morning of 9 September 2019 because many train stopped its services to avoid passengers’ conferment.

On the other hand, I was worried mission members’ flights get cancelled; nonetheless, I started receiving a news that they safely arrived – I was relieved.

The weather recovered quickly and train operators started the service.

However, my delegates at Narita Airport were not fine.

They reported public transportations were out of service.

I couldn’t believe this because there are many: 2 train lines (JR and Keisei), 3 bus operators (Airport Limousine Bus, Keisei Bus, Access Narita) and taxi.

I thought some will recover by afternoon; but no.

There wasn’t any news on TV or anywhere about losing public transportation in and out of Narita Airport due to tree branches covering rail ways and highways and broken electricity poles.

They ended up staying over night at Narita Airport.

These photos are taken by delegates.

I tried to arrange a bus for them; however, highways were closed…

They took early train to Tokyo and arrived at networking venue.

Thank you all for rushing to the venue.

I was so happy to see you all!

Posted in Feelings, Gadget

Why Not Ceramic?

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Apple announced free replacement (recall?) for Apple Watch Aluminum Version for Series 2 and 3 due to a defect surface glass – possibilities of cracks.

On Monday (only two days ago), I sent my Apple Watch for repair and caused me about JPY 10,000 (USD 100) because the surface glass came off….

Posted in Choco-chan, Feelings, Food, Friends, Gadget, Nature, Place, Restaurants, Shopping, Travel

Driving to Hayama, Kanagawa on Sunday

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My car is going to be 16 years old in October 2019.

It is recommended to improve safety of the car and install a drive recorder to protect myself from dangerous drivings.

It’s time for me to get a new car and expected it to be delivered end of August.

I love my car; I’ve been driving it for nearly 16 years.

I decided to go for a drive to Hayama, Kanagawa.

It takes 60 km or one hour to reach Hayama from Tokyo.

I had a nice late lunch at ESMERALDA together with Choco.

The restaurant is located near beach.

There are many people swimming there.

Food is delicious.

I guess it’s peach season; these are peach menu.

Of course, dessert.

The place is famous for Hayama Marina, a boat house.

It was a nice driving day.

By the time we returned to Tokyo, it was dinner time.

We decided to go for light dinner, but ended up eating well because food is good.

This is my first time to dine at Osteria Nakamura Roppongi.

They are thoughtful; they served by two plates to avoid our works to share among us.

Foods are good.

Drinks are good.

And desserts are good.

I wonder when would I lose weight…?

Posted in Choco-chan, Feelings, Food, Health, Shop, Shopping, Tokyo

Food Sampling by Choco

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This morning we stopped by at Choco’s favorite place – GREENDOG Roppongi – to get his favorite treats – chewing bones.

The store is conducting food sampling and Choco tried it.

I asked for a sweet potato cracker with all four flavors: sheep kidney, pork cheese, salmon and vegetables.

He seems to enjoy it every much.

He finished it!

I bought him sweet potato crackers and salmon for change.

Enjoy Choco! XOXO